FAQ

A living wall is a vertical planting system that allows plants to grow on a wall, fence or other upright surface. Living walls can be used to grow flowers, herbs, foliage plants and even edible crops, making better use of outdoor space while creating an attractive, ever-changing display.

Not at all.

Whether you're an experienced gardener or planting your very first container, LivGrid has been designed to make vertical gardening approachable. Like any garden, you'll learn what grows best in your own space over time, and that's all part of the enjoyment.

Yes.

Living walls are an excellent way to introduce more planting where ground space is limited. Whether you have a compact courtyard, patio or a small garden, vertical planting can help you make better use of the available space.

Yes.

One of the key benefits of a modular system is that you don't have to create your entire living wall at once. Many people begin with a single Starter Kit and add to it as their confidence, ideas or available space grow.

LivGrid has been designed to make creating a living wall simpler, more flexible and more enjoyable.

Its modular design, removable planting pods and integrated irrigation system allow your garden to grow and evolve over time. Whether you're creating a colourful floral display, a productive herb garden or a haven for pollinators, LivGrid gives you the freedom to start small, adapt your planting and enjoy the changing character of your living wall through every season.

LivGrid can be installed on suitable walls and fences, provided they are structurally sound and capable of supporting the completed installation. Always use fixings appropriate for the surface you're mounting to.

Indoor installations require more planning than outdoor projects, particularly when it comes to irrigation, drainage and providing sufficient light for healthy plant growth. The best solution will depend on the location, the plants you choose and how the living wall will be maintained.

The LivGrid Starter Kit has been developed primarily for outdoor use, but it can also form the basis of an indoor installation where these additional considerations have been addressed.

As LivGrid evolves, we expect to introduce products specifically designed to meet the unique requirements of indoor living walls. If you're planning an interior installation, we'd be happy to discuss the most suitable approach.

LivGrid has been designed with homeowner installation in mind, and someone with a basic understanding of DIY can follow the installation guide provided. Installation guidance is available at www.livgrid.co.uk/install

If you're unsure about mounting the system securely to your chosen surface, it's sensible to seek advice from a suitably qualified professional.

For larger or more complex living walls, please get in touch and we'll be happy to discuss your project.

LivGrid has been designed with integrated drip irrigation to help distribute water across the planting pods and drainage to ensure you can safely direct excess water. This provides a practical and efficient way to water your living wall, particularly during warmer weather.

LivGrid has been designed to manage excess water as part of the system.

Water collection channels beneath the planting rows collect surplus water and help direct it down through the living wall towards the drainage outlet. From there, excess water can be directed to a suitable location, such as a border, soakaway, drain or collection reservoir, depending on your installation.

This depends on several factors, including the weather, the season, the types of plants you've chosen and where your living wall is located.

As with any garden, regular observation is the best guide. Plants may need more frequent watering during warm, dry periods than in cooler weather.

That depends on the conditions in your garden and the style you'd like to create.

Many gardeners choose flowering plants for colour, herbs for the kitchen, evergreen foliage for year-round structure or a mixture of plants that provide interest throughout the seasons.

Yes.

Many herbs are well suited to container growing and can make an attractive, productive living wall.

Certainly.

Many of the most attractive living walls combine flowering plants with evergreen foliage to provide colour, texture and seasonal interest throughout the year.

Absolutely.

The removable planting pods make it easy to refresh your display as the seasons change or your gardening ideas evolve. Replacing a few plants doesn't mean rebuilding your entire living wall.

Yes.

Each planting pod can be removed individually, making planting, maintenance and seasonal changes much simpler than systems where every plant is permanently fixed in place.

Living walls benefit from the same care as any planted area. Watering, occasional feeding, pruning and replacing plants when needed will help keep your display looking its best.

Many gardeners find that spending a little time with their living wall becomes one of the most enjoyable parts of owning it.

Gardening is always a process of learning.

One of the advantages of the LivGrid system is that individual planting pods can be removed and replanted without disturbing the rest of your living wall. That flexibility makes it easy to experiment, refresh your display and discover what works best in your own garden.

Living walls naturally change with the seasons, and we believe that's part of their appeal.

Different plants will flourish at different times of year, bringing new colours, textures and interest as your garden evolves. Rather than aiming for a display that never changes, LivGrid celebrates Beauty Through Every Season.

It certainly can.

By choosing nectar-rich flowers and a variety of plants that bloom at different times of the year, a living wall can provide a valuable source of food for bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.

Even a relatively small planting can make a positive contribution, particularly in urban areas where flowering plants may be limited. The plants you choose will have the greatest influence on how attractive your living wall is to pollinators.

Combining a range of plants with different shapes, colours and flowering times can help create a display that's both beautiful and beneficial to local wildlife.

Many people find that gardening helps them relax, slow down and spend more time outdoors.

Research has found an association between spending time in nature and positive mental wellbeing. For many gardeners, the simple routines of planting, watering and watching a garden change through the seasons become some of the most rewarding aspects of the hobby.

At LivGrid, we believe the pleasure of a living wall comes not only from how it looks, but from the enjoyment of nurturing something that grows and evolves over time.

Because we believe a garden doesn't have to look the same every day to be beautiful.

Plants naturally grow, flower, fade and renew as the seasons change. Rather than seeing those changes as imperfections, we see them as part of the enjoyment of gardening.

The removable planting pods make it easy to refresh parts of your living wall as your garden evolves, while celebrating the changing colours, textures and character that each season brings.